Accounts Assistant Apprenticeship - Eckington

JBD Accountants; Killamarsh; On-site; GBP 9,000 - 15,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-the-job training

Potential full-time role

Job summary

JBD Accountants are looking for an enthusiastic Accounts Apprentice to start a career in accounting and work toward an AAT Level 2 qualification. You will gain hands-on experience in bookkeeping, payroll processing, VAT returns, and using accountancy software in a friendly office environment.

Based at Eckington, this apprenticeship runs for about one year, with Monday to Friday hours from 9.00am to 5.00pm. There is potential for a full-time role after successful completion, backed by BABINGTON

Qualifications

• Essential - GCSE - English - Pass
• Essential - GCSE - Maths - Pass

Responsibilities

• Assisting with bookkeeping and general accountancy tasks
• Supporting with payroll processing
• Assisting with the preparation of VAT returns
• Using accountancy software to complete day-to-day tasks
• Using Microsoft Word and Excel to produce documents and maintain spreadsheets
• Answering telephone calls and dealing with visitors professionally
• General office administration, including filing, printing and scanning
• Maintaining accurate financial and administrative records
• Supporting the wider team with other accountancy tasks as you develop your skills

Skills

Communication skills

IT skills

Attention to detail

Organisation skills

Customer care skills

Problem solving skills

Administrative skills

Number skills

Education

GCSE English

GCSE Maths

Job description

Introduction

JBD Accountants are looking for a new Accounts Apprentice. You will be studying toward your Accounts or Finance Assistant Level 2.

About the Employer

At JBD, we deliver first-class service to all clients and ensure that all information is easy-to-understand the first time. A member of our team will always be available to deal with any queries you have.

We offer a tailored accounting solution to make sure that all financial and business needs are met. We will spend time with you to understand your finances and produce a thorough and informed action plan to discuss.

What You'll Do

Are you looking to start your career in accountancy and gain valuable experience while working towards a recognised AAT Level 2 qualification?

JBD Accountants is an established accountancy practice based in Eckington, and we are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Accounts Apprentice to join our friendly team.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone at the beginning of their career who is interested in finance and wants to develop practical accountancy skills within a professional office environment.

Your duties will include:

• Assisting with bookkeeping and general accountancy tasks
• Supporting with payroll processing
• Assisting with the preparation of VAT returns
• Using accountancy software to complete day-to-day tasks
• Using Microsoft Word and Excel to produce documents and maintain spreadsheets
• Answering telephone calls and dealing with visitors professionally
• General office administration, including filing, printing and scanning
• Maintaining accurate financial and administrative records
• Supporting the wider team with other accountancy tasks as you develop your skills

Training Outcome

There is a possibility of being offered a full time role after successful completion of the apprenticeship.

Skills Required

• Communication skills
• IT skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Customer care skills
• Problem solving skills
• Administrative skills
• Number skills

Qualifications

• Essential - GCSE - English - Pass
• Essential - GCSE - Maths - Pass

Course Information

Course: Accounts or finance assistant (level 2)

Level: 2

Route: Legal, finance and accounting

Apprenticeship Level: Intermediate

Working Arrangements

Working Week: Monday - Friday, 9.00am - 5.00pm.

Expected Duration: 1 Year

Training Provider: BABINGTON BUSINESS COLLEGE LIMITED